University of Michigan Postdoctoral Fellowships (Research Fellows)

1. Job Detail

JOB OPENING ID

225830

WORKING TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW

JOB TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW

WORK LOCATION

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

FULL/PART TIME

Full-Time

REGULAR/TEMPORARY

Regular

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ORGANIZATIONAL GROUP

Life Sciences Inst

DEPARTMENT

Life Sciences Institute-Admin

POSTING BEGIN/END DATE

4/03/2023 - 5/18/2023

SALARY

$54,840.00 -

CAREER INTEREST

Research Fellows

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How to Apply

Please Note: The following application materials are required to be considered for this position and sent directly to Dr. Ginsburg at ginsburg@umich.edu:

(1) Cover Letter - should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position

(2) Current Curriculum Vitae (CV)

(3) Names and Contact Information for three (3) references

Summary

The laboratory of Dr. David Ginsburg at the Life Sciences Institute (LSI) and the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) at the University of Michigan is looking for a postdoctoral research fellow. The lab is supported by HHMI and UM funding. Multiple previous postdoctoral fellows have gone on to careers in academic biomedicine and in industry and biotech. The research interests of the Ginsburg lab focus on the molecular genetics of inherited bleeding and blood clotting disorders and the cell biology of protein secretion. Previous trainees have successfully competed for NIH K08, and K99 awards, and fellowships from other agencies including the AHA and National Hemophilia Foundation. You will report directly to Dr. Ginsburg.

Salary will be determined by years or quality of experience.

Mission Statement

Our mission at the Life Sciences Institute is to promote the understanding of the fundamental processes of life, and to develop new ideas to improve human health.

For additional information on the Life Sciences Institute, please go to: https://www.lsi.umich.edu/about

For more information on the Ginsburg laboratory: https://www.lsi.umich.edu/science/our-labs/david-ginsburg-lab

Responsibilities*

Experimental responsibilities will include:

• Molecular biology, PCR, DNA and RNA purification, plasmid cloning
• Gene expression analysis by qPCR, western blotting, FACS, and immunohistochemistry

• Mammalian cell culture with both immortalized cell lines and primary cells
• Retroviral or adenoviral techniques
• Mouse genetics and animal physiology tools may also be employed

Non-experimental responsibilities will include:

• Work/collaborate with other postdoctoral fellows and graduate students in and outside of the laboratory.
• Mentor undergraduates and graduate students
• Assist PI with writing manuscripts and grants

Required Qualifications*

• Ph.D., M.D., or M.D./Ph.D. degree in fields related to biomedical sciences
• Publications in high profile journals as a primary author

Additional Information

Benefits at the University of Michigan

The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Maternity and Parental Leave

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

2. Job Detail

JOB OPENING ID

229908

WORKING TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW

JOB TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW

WORK LOCATION

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

FULL/PART TIME

Full-Time

REGULAR/TEMPORARY

Regular

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ORGANIZATIONAL GROUP

School Dentistry

DEPARTMENT

DENT Periodontics and Oral Med

POSTING BEGIN/END DATE

4/07/2023 - 4/21/2023

CAREER INTEREST

Research Fellows

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How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter with your specific interest in this position, career goals, relevant skills/experience and contact information of three references to Dr. Antonio Morales-Hernandez (email: antmor@umich.edu). Electronic applications only will be accepted.  Evaluation of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Summary

A postdoctoral fellow position is available in the Morales-Hernandez Lab in the Department of Periodontics and Oral Medicine at the School of Dentistry to study the regulatory mechanisms controlling hematopoietic stem cell (HSCs) function during normal and pathologic hematopoiesis.  You will have the opportunity to develop new exciting projects involving the refinement of the functional heterogeneity in the HSC pool, transcriptional dysregulation of hematopoietic progenitors and its impact in bone marrow transplantation and hematological disorders.  In this position, you will have a chance to lead your projects and mature into a fully independent researcher.  The successful candidate will gain an experience in molecular and cellular biology techniques, mouse models and stem cell biology.  The successful candidate must be highly motivated with strong research capabilities and ability to design and carry out experiments with a high level of independence.  This individual will also assist the PI in training new lab members and writing research manuscripts and documents.  

The ideal candidate should have a recent PhD or equivalent degree with a background in cell and molecular biology.  Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.  A strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals is desired.  Research experience in hematopoiesis is desired, but not required.

Mission Statement

MDentistry: advancing health through education, service, research and discovery.

MDentistry Core Values: Compassion, Leadership, Excellence, Responsibility, Trust, Creativity, and Inclusion.

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future. The University of Michigan is committed to foster learning, creativity and productivity, and to support the vigorous exchange of ideas and information, not only in the classroom but in the workplace by:

• Creating a work environment in which people treat each other with respect and dignity, regardless of roles, responsibilities or differences.
• Providing support, direction and resources enabling us to accomplish the responsibilities of our jobs and to reach the goals that are set for professional and personal growth.

Work Locations

This position is located at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry, 1011 N University Ave, Ann Arbor, MI 48109.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

3. Job Detail

JOB OPENING ID

231498

WORKING TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW

JOB TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW

WORK LOCATION

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

FULL/PART TIME

Full-Time

REGULAR/TEMPORARY

Regular

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ORGANIZATIONAL GROUP

School Dentistry

DEPARTMENT

DENT Bio & Materials Science

POSTING BEGIN/END DATE

4/07/2023 - 5/06/2023

CAREER INTEREST

Research Fellows

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How to Apply

Initially, a curriculum vitae, letter of intent, and contact information for three professional references should be emailed to: adasilva@umich.edu

Alexandre F. DaSilva, DDS, DMedSc

Director, Headache and Orofacial Pain Effort (H.O.P.E) Lab

Techno-Innovations in Pain Research, Therapeutics and Education

http://media.dent.umich.edu/labs/hope/

Summary

The Headache and Orofacial Pain Effort (H.O.P.E.) Lab at the University of Michigan requests applications for a postdoctoral position to work on migraine and TMD research programs funded by the National Institute of Health. The programs use novel methodologies in neuroimaging and neuromodulation to investigate and target central mechanisms of chronic pain in vivo. Extensive knowledge of neuromoimaging analysis software systems as well as programming experience is required, as is some level of comfort with novel neuromodulatory protocols. Previous research experience and publications with positron emission tomography (PET) and/or MRI-based neuroimaging methods and analyses are also needed.

We are seeking applicants with advanced degrees and strong self-motivation to work in a highly creative, altruistic, and mentoring environment with students and residents from different departments across campus. The applicant will be exposed to several tech-innovations, many developed in house, for clinical translational pain research (e.g., migraine, TMD, dental and cancer pain), such as mobile technology, multimodal neuroimaging (PET, MRI, fNIRS, EEG) and neuromodulation montages (TMS and [HD]-tDCS). 

Mission Statement

MDentistry: advancing health through education, service, research and discovery

MDentistry Core Values: Compassion, Leadership, Excellence, Responsibility, Trust, Creativity, and Inclusion

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.  The University of Michigan is committed to foster learning, creativity and productivity, and to support the vigorous exchange of ideas and information, not only in the classroom but in the workplace by:  -Creating a work environment in which people treat each other with respect and dignity, regardless of roles, responsibilities or differences.  -Providing support, direction and resources enabling us to accomplish the responsibilities of our jobs and to reach the goals that are set for professional and personal growth.

Work Locations

This position is located at the School of Dentistry at 1011 N. University Ave. Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1078

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

Vaccine Requirements

COVID-19 vaccinations are required for all students, faculty and staff working in the following areas: Michigan Medicine including the Medical School, Dental School, University Health Service or the Mary A. Rackham Institute.  This includes those working remotely and temporary workers.   More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response.

4. Job Detail

JOB OPENING ID

232792

WORKING TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW

JOB TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW

WORK LOCATION

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

FULL/PART TIME

Full-Time

REGULAR/TEMPORARY

Regular

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ORGANIZATIONAL GROUP

College Engineering

DEPARTMENT

Civil & Environmental Engr

POSTING BEGIN/END DATE

4/07/2023 - 5/07/2023

SALARY

$54,840.00 -

CAREER INTEREST

Research Fellows

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How to Apply

Please include a cover letter addressed to Professor Branko Kerkez as the first page of your curriculum vitae. Only one pdf file can be uploaded in the application system.

Summary

The Digital Water Lab at the University of Michigan seeks a highly motivated postdoc to advance knowledge in smart and autonomous water systems.  Candidates will lead fundamental discoveries across the intersection of water, data, and autonomy.in the Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering at the University of Michigan (USA), under the supervision of Professor Branko Kerkez.  The anticipated start date is July 1, 2023, with some flexibility based on candidate's availability.

Who We Are

Michigan Engineers are world-class educators, researchers, students and staff who strive to build a people-first future. As part of the nation’s number one public research institution, Michigan Engineering's mission is to provide scientific and technological leadership to the people of the world, develop intellectually curious and socially conscious minds, create collaborative solutions to societal problems, and promote an inclusive and innovative community of service for the common good.

Our vision, mission and values are supported by a people-first engineering framework that guides our work. As Michigan Engineers, we strive to apply excellent engineering fundamentals, integrated expertise and equity-centered values to reimagine what engineering can be, close critical gaps, and elevate all people. Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: http://strategicvision.engin.umich.edu/.

The University of Michigan has a storied legacy of commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). Michigan Engineering models that commitment in our research, culture and collaborations. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of that commitment. Learn more about DEI at Michigan Engineering: https://www.engin.umich.edu/culture/diversity-equity-inclusion/

Responsibilities*

Duties will predominantly involve working across a broad research portfolio, spanning real-time control, sensor networks, AI, related topics along with a team of researchers and teachers.  Existing collaborations with community partners and utilities across the US will provide the opportunity to translate research ideas directly into practice. 

Required Qualifications*

• PhD in engineering, mathematics, science, engineering, or related fields

Desired Qualifications*

• Knowledge of control theory, statistical and probabilistic methods, optimization, machine learning, robotics, or related fields 
• Passion for water, the environment, and open source
• Strong desire to learn new methods, including sensing, programming languages, and related tools
• Interest in working with communities and stakeholders

Additional Information

About the Digital Water Lab at the University of Michigan

• Our goal is to enable the next generation of smart and adaptive water systems 
• You will leverage our massive sensor and control testbeds to apply your research ideas
• Engage in a highly collaborative group culture, with ability to learn across a variety of projects and domains

• Partake in training opportunities to expand your research or teaching portfolio 
• Explore a mentoring plan tailored to your career objectives
• Receive competitive compensation and benefits
• Engage directly with some of the largest utilities in the US, with potential to operationalize research discoveries

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

5. Job Detail

JOB OPENING ID

233136

WORKING TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW

JOB TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW

WORK LOCATION

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

FULL/PART TIME

Full-Time

REGULAR/TEMPORARY

Regular

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ORGANIZATIONAL GROUP

College Of Lsa

DEPARTMENT

LSA Chemistry

POSTING BEGIN/END DATE

4/11/2023 - 5/02/2023

CAREER INTEREST

Research Fellows

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How to Apply

Interested applicants should email a cover letter outlining their specific interest in the position as well as any skills and experiences that directly relate to the description above, an up-to-date CV, and contact information for three references directly to Dr. Nils G. Walter (nwalter@umich.edu).

Summary

A postdoctoral position is available in the Nils Walter laboratory at the University of Michigan, Chemistry department. We are particularly interested in an enthusiastic team member who has experience working with cell culture, neurodegenerative diseases, as well as RNA or single molecule tools as our two main areas of excellence. Information about the Walter laboratory can be found here: https://sites.lsa.umich.edu/walter-lab.

Required Qualifications*

Ph.D. in Chemistry, Biophysics, Cell Biology, Biochemistry, or Molecular Biology; related research experience in neurodegenerative diseases such as ALS, RNA biology, single molecule fluorescence microscopy, enzymology, next-generation sequencing, or spectroscopy is a plus. The ideal candidate will be a conscientious, responsible, and collaborative individual interested in becoming a member of a dynamic, engaged team of postdoctoral fellows, graduate and undergraduate students; have excellent organizational skills; and can communicate effectively with a wide range of people with diverse backgrounds. Postdoctoral Research Fellows in the Walter laboratory are expected to show leadership in their projects and sub-groups, and in mentoring graduate and undergraduate students working alongside them to answer important biological questions; they will also be excited to communicate their newest findings in publications and presentations.

Additional Information

• Application Deadline: June 1, 2023
• Projected Start date: July 1, 2023
• Employment: Full-time, 12-month appointment term
• Salary: Minimum salary $51,000

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

6. Job Detail

JOB OPENING ID

233354

WORKING TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW

JOB TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW

WORK LOCATION

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

FULL/PART TIME

Full-Time

REGULAR/TEMPORARY

Regular

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ORGANIZATIONAL GROUP

Inst Soc Research

DEPARTMENT

SRC-Center for Inequality Dyam

POSTING BEGIN/END DATE

4/14/2023 - 6/21/2023

SALARY

$63,000.00 - $72,000.00

CAREER INTEREST

Research Fellows

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How to Apply

To be considered for this position, applicants should submit the following materials: a cover letter, CV, two examples of scholarly work, and contact information for three references who can supply a letter of recommendation. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is closed or filled. All application materials must be submitted via Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/123782

All general inquiries and questions about the position can be submitted to: inequalitydynamics@umich.edu.

The anticipated start date is September 1, 2023. The initial appointment is for one year, with an anticipated extension for an additional year contingent upon performance.

Summary

The Stone Center for Inequality Dynamics (CID) invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship. CID is a multidisciplinary research center that carries out cutting-edge substantive and methodological research on social and economic inequality and helps expand the scientific data infrastructure available to support the study of this topic. A current core interest of CID is using population-level tax and other administrative data to study racial and ethnic economic disparities. CID is housed at the Institute for Social Research, one of the world’s largest social science research organizations. https://www.inequalitydynamics.umich.edu/

The Postdoctoral Fellow (PF) will be a central contributor to the new project Measuring Racial Inequality in Tax Data, whose Principal Investigator (PI) is Dr. Pablo Mitnik. The PF will mostly contribute to two components of this project. The first component involves using restricted population-level data available at the Census Bureau to thoroughly test the performance, along several dimensions and at various geographic scales, of an increasingly popular methodology for estimating racial and ethnic economic disparities with data lacking self-reported information on race and ethnicity. The second component aims at improving the empirical implementation of the methodology, theoretically developing it in a number of directions, and testing these developments with the same restricted population-level data. Additional work by the PF will be directed at specifying the structure and capabilities of a general-use software package implementing the methodology and overseeing the development of this package by an external contractor.

The project in which the PF will be working has a dual nature. On the one hand, its scientific results will be of broad interest to statisticians, social scientists, and policy analysts concerned with the quantitative study of racial and ethnic inequalities, and it is anticipated that they will be published in leading academic journals. The PF will work closely with the PI in planning and writing these papers. On the other hand, the project aims to very directly support the goals of CID’s Wealth and Mobility Study (WAM)—which uses population-level U.S. tax data to study wealth levels, inequality, segregation, and mobility—by allowing it to produce and make public reliable estimates of racial and ethnic wealth disparities at various geographic scales. The PF will collaborate with the PI and other research team members to establish what the results of the research imply for WAM, both in terms of best methodological practices and in terms of the geographic scales at which different measures of racial and ethnic disparities can be reliably computed.

The PF will be granted time to pursue their own scholarly projects and will have an annual research budget to pay for the costs associated with presenting their research at conferences or other research expenses.

Responsibilities*

Under the guidance of the project’s PI and in close collaboration with the PI and other team members, the PF’s main responsibilities will be the following:

• Systematically reviewing the existing literature relevant to the project
• Using restricted population-level data available at the Census Bureau to thoroughly test the performance of a methodology for estimating racial and ethnic economic disparities with data lacking self-reported information on race and ethnicity

• Improving the empirical implementation of the methodology, theoretically developing it, and testing these developments with population-level data
• Co-authoring papers summarizing the results of the project for publication in academic journals
• Determining the implications of the project’s results for the Wealth and Mobility Study’s capacity to produce and make public reliable estimates of racial and ethnic wealth disparities at various geographic scales
• Overseeing the development by an external contractor of a general-use software package implementing the methodology

Required Qualifications*

• Ph.D. degree in Economics, Sociology, Statistics, or a related field (awarded by the position’s start date).
• Knowledge and experience with advanced computational and statistical methods

• Demonstrated success in designing and completing high-quality academic research projects
• Experience with tools and techniques for strong data management, documentation, and other tools that support replicable research practices
• High proficiency in Stata programming; alternatively, high proficiency in programming in at least one language or statistical package (e.g., R, SAS, Python) and a strong commitment to achieving high proficiency in Stata programming during the first three months in the position
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills with excellent verbal and written English communication skills
• Eligibility to work in a secure U.S. Census Bureau facility (U.S. citizen or three years of residence in the U.S. in the last five years).

Desired Qualifications*

• Experience working with big data
• Expertise in multiple imputation
• Expertise in the Bayesian approach to estimation
• Expertise in racial/ethnic economic disparities
• Familiarity with the statistical package SAS
• Experience working with tax data
• Experience working in the Census Bureau’s remote computer environment

Work Locations

Work location is expected to be onsite in Ann Arbor with flexibility for remote work within our overall Center policies.

Additional Information

The salary range is $63,000-72,000 plus benefits and travel funds.

The Institute for Social Research at the University of Michigan seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to maintain the excellence of the university, and to ground our research in varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Institute for Social Research job openings are posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience of the candidate.

7. Job Detail

JOB OPENING ID

233355

WORKING TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW in Neuroimaging and Alzheimer's Disease Disparities

JOB TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW

WORK LOCATION

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

FULL/PART TIME

Full-Time

REGULAR/TEMPORARY

Regular

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ORGANIZATIONAL GROUP

Inst Soc Research

DEPARTMENT

SRC-Life Course Development

POSTING BEGIN/END DATE

4/14/2023 - 6/14/2023

SALARY

$56,484.00 - $59,592.00

CAREER INTEREST

Research Fellows

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How to Apply

To be considered for this position, applicants should submit the following materials as one document: (1) a cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) a statement of research experience and career goals, and (4) the names and contact information for at least two references who can supply a letter of recommendation. All application materials must be submitted via Interfolio: http://apply.interfolio.com/123513

All general inquiries and questions about the position can be sent to srcsearches@umich.edu.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is closed or filled. The anticipated start date is as soon as possible. The initial appointment is for one year, with the possibility of an extension for up to one more year, dependent upon performance.

Summary

The Life Course Development (LCD) Program invites applications for an NIH-funded postdoctoral research fellowship in neuroimaging and racial/ethnic disparities in Alzheimer’s disease (AD). LCD is housed at the Institute for Social Research, University of Michigan, one of the world’s largest social science research organizations. This interdisciplinary community includes researchers from sociology, anthropology, economics, psychology, information and computer science, statistics, geography, public policy, public health, and medicine, among others. The LCD program includes quantitative and qualitative scholars from developmental psychology, clinical neuropsychology, and sociology who collaborate in a team science environment to examine social relations and health over the life course, from children to older adults, with special attention to matters of context and culture.

We seek motivated individuals who are well-trained in structural neuroimaging data analysis, enthusiastic about joining an interdisciplinary team, and have a keen interest in the field of cognitive aging and dementia. The primary focus of this position is to assist with and help manage the acquisition, transfer, processing, and quality control of structural MRI data, data analyses, and publications on the topic of brain health among Arab American, African American, and non-Hispanic White older adults living in metro-Detroit (Detroit-area Aging and Memory Project.

Responsibilities*

• This postdoctoral fellow will coordinate processing and analysis of structural MRI data. This will include receiving and tracking neuroimaging data files, performing quality control procedures (e.g., manual corrections), running images through a variety of automated pipelines (e.g., FreeSurfer) and custom software (e.g., white matter hyperintensities), and performing statistical analyses on resultant brain health variables under the guidance and supervision of project investigators.

• The research fellow will be encouraged to lead analyses that integrate neuroimaging data with clinical and other biomarker data to investigate health disparities, as well as sociocultural influences on AD risk and expression. Opportunities for participation in other ongoing studies (e.g., Social Relations Study, Michigan Cognitive Aging Project) and secondary data analysis of large, longitudinal datasets are also available.
• The fellow will be encouraged to develop research networks with other collaborators at UM and other institutions. Collaborations within the project will ensure the fellow is exposed to cutting-edge analytic techniques and understands links between biological and social sciences.

• The fellow will also assist in development of project deliverables such as progress reports, conference presentations, and journal articles. The successful candidate will become part of an interdisciplinary investigation to understand AD risk and resilience among diverse racial/ethnic groups.

Required Qualifications*

• A doctoral degree in neuroscience, psychology, biomedical engineering, computer science, or related fields.
• Substantial experience with neuroimaging.
• Strong scientific publication record.
• The applicant should be highly organized, be able to work independently, excel at communicating with others, be proactive in solving data problems, and exercise sound judgment in analytic decision making.
• Applicants are expected to have met all doctoral requirements before the start of the fellowship.

Desired Qualifications*

• Track record of research in the field of cognitive aging and dementia.
• Experiences in the field of health disparities.

Work Locations

Work location is expected to be onsite in Ann Arbor with flexibility for remote work within our overall Center policies.

Additional Information

The salary range is $56,484-$59,592 plus benefits and travel funds.

The Institute for Social Research at the University of Michigan seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan, to maintain the excellence of the university, and to ground our research in varied disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of fourteen calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

8. Job Detail

JOB OPENING ID

233186

WORKING TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW

JOB TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW

WORK LOCATION

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

FULL/PART TIME

Full-Time

REGULAR/TEMPORARY

Regular

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ORGANIZATIONAL GROUP

Medical School

DEPARTMENT

MM Lab Animal Medicine Unit

POSTING BEGIN/END DATE

4/17/2023 - 5/19/2023

CAREER INTEREST

Research Fellows

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Vaccine Requirements

COVID-19 vaccinations are required for all students, faculty and staff working in the following areas: Michigan Medicine including the Medical School, Dental School, University Health Service or the Mary A. Rackham Institute.  This includes those working remotely and temporary workers.   More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response.

9. Job Detail

JOB OPENING ID

233319

WORKING TITLE

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

JOB TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW

WORK LOCATION

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

FULL/PART TIME

Full-Time

REGULAR/TEMPORARY

Regular

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ORGANIZATIONAL GROUP

Medical School

DEPARTMENT

MM MI Nanotechnology Institute

POSTING BEGIN/END DATE

4/18/2023 - 5/18/2023

CAREER INTEREST

Research Fellows

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Summary

The Michigan Nanotechnology Institute for Medicine and Biological Sciences (MNIMBS) is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Fellow to study the immunological mechanisms of adjuvants for the development of improved vaccines. The ideal candidate will have experience in basic cellular and molecular biology/biochemical techniques including mammalian cell culture, qPCR, protein expression and purification, and immunological techniques such as ELISA, and flow cytometry. Prior experience working with mice is highly preferred. Primary responsibilities include assisting in experimental work for ongoing projects, compiling, analyzing, and interpreting results, as well as potentially contributing to manuscript preparation. The candidate will work closely with the principal investigator as well as other laboratory staff in a highly collaborative basic science laboratory. Thus, the successful candidate should be able to work independently as well as collaboratively across multiple diverse concurrent projects. 

Eventual responsibilities will also involve training and oversight of undergraduate students. Additional responsibilities include reagent preparation and lab maintenance duties such as maintaining lab equipment and ordering supplies to maintain laboratory stocks. We are seeking an enthusiastic applicant that is willing to learn and join our team. Successful candidates will become part of a highly productive and collaborative team of researchers in a modern, interconnected laboratory space. Within the group, there is a strong commitment to mentorship.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.  Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems.  In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Responsibilities*

• Design and perform experiments using immunological techniques such as flow cytometry, ELISA, RNA isolation, qPCR
• Perform experimentation with various murine models
• Perform data analysis/interpretation
• Develop independent research projects
• Participate in laboratory meetings
• Assist fellow laboratory members in the lab that conducts immunological research

• Maintain and initiate collaborations between other labs
• Prepare research manuscripts and publications
• Assist with shared duties for lab maintenance
• Attend departmental and institutional meetings

Required Qualifications*

• A recent Ph.D. degree in immunology, biochemistry, or related biomedical field.
• In addition to the required qualifications listed in the job summary, candidates must possess a strong working knowledge of immunology.
• Experience working independently with murine models.
• Strong publication record.
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) and attention to detail.

Desired Qualifications*

• Background in vaccine development or virology
• Proficiency in designing flow cytometry panels and analyzing flow cytometry data
• Previous experience in virology and related techniques
• Experience assisting with grant preparation and interest in applying for independent funding

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

10. Job Detail

JOB OPENING ID

233409

WORKING TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW

JOB TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW

WORK LOCATION

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

FULL/PART TIME

Full-Time

REGULAR/TEMPORARY

Regular

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ORGANIZATIONAL GROUP

School Information

DEPARTMENT

School of Information

POSTING BEGIN/END DATE

4/18/2023 - 6/01/2023

SALARY

$60,000.00 - $65,000.00

CAREER INTEREST

Research Fellows

Apply Now

How to Apply

Please apply through UM Careers site with the following as one PDF.

(1) Cover letter (2-3 pages) which includes a summary of your research interests, personal research goals and objectives, and appraisal of your fit to the position.

(2) Curriculum vita

(3) Name, affiliation, and email address of two references, one of whom should be in an academic position and familiar with your research

Summary

The University of Michigan School of Information seeks to hire a postdoctoral scholar to conduct research in the area of accessible voice technologies. The desired start date is flexible but will be sometime between January - May 2023. 

This scholar will work closely with Dr. Robin Brewer at the University of Michigan School of Information on her NSF-funded research project “Voice Technologies for Helping Older Adults Navigate Uncertain Information in Decision Making,” focused on designing and evaluating accessible voice interfaces. The aim of this project is to develop voice assistant features that nudge older adults to consider content credibility when searching with voice technologies. There will also be opportunities to present work in the Accessibility, Human-Computer interaction, and Aging (AHA) lab, an interdisciplinary research group across Information, Computer Science and Engineering, and Arts and Design fields.

Note: This is a one-year appointment renewable up to one additional year, pending satisfactory job performance.

 

Responsibilities*

Research work will include organizing and running a series of prototype testing sessions with older adults, analyzing qualitative data (e.g., interviews), and analyzing quantitative data (Likert scale data using ANOVA, rank data using Friedman’s testing), conducting literature reviews, and collaboratively writing academic publications. There may also be opportunities to mentor undergraduate or master’s students on project-related activities.

Required Qualifications*

• PhD in Information, Human-Computer Interaction, Computer Science, Communication, or a related field awarded by the anticipated start date

• Experience evaluating systems or prototypes (e.g., prototype testing, field deployments) using human-centered approaches
• Strong publication record
• Independent researcher, well-organized, and detail oriented

Desired Qualifications*

• Experience designing or evaluating voice technologies
• Knowledge of behavior change literature
• Track record of conducting research with older adults or other marginalized populations
• Administrative skills like participant recruitment and scheduling

Work Schedule

40 hours per week; some flexibility in when those work hours occur if good communication and close coordination practices are in place.

Work Locations

Working in-person in Ann Arbor would be our strong preference, as the prototype evaluation sessions will likely be in person in the Ann Arbor or Detroit area. A shared office in North Quad (the School of Information building) will be provided. However, there may be opportunities to work remotely and we can make short-term travel arrangements for in-person prototype testing. Candidates must be able to conduct work in the United States. Employment outside of the United States or from a U.S. Territory is not allowable. Applicants must be lawfully able to be employed in the United States; sponsorship to obtain such status is not available at this time.

Additional Information

Benefits

The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future.  For more information about Postdoctoral benefits, please visit the benefits website.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

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11. Job Detail

JOB OPENING ID

233396

WORKING TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW

JOB TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW

WORK LOCATION

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

FULL/PART TIME

Full-Time

REGULAR/TEMPORARY

Regular

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ORGANIZATIONAL GROUP

School Information

DEPARTMENT

School of Information

POSTING BEGIN/END DATE

4/18/2023 - 6/17/2023

SALARY

$65,000.00 - $75,000.00

CAREER INTEREST

Research Fellows

Apply Now

How to Apply

Applicants should fill out this form, which includes: (a) letter of application that describes experience with empirical, methodological, or theoretical scholarship on social norms ; (b) curriculum vitae (c) their most relevant publication (d) the names and contact of two references. Selected candidates will be interviewed over zoom on a rolling basis. The Post-doc. appointments are scheduled to begin as early as May 1, 2023 or no later than August 31, 2023.

Summary

This is a Postdoctoral Fellowship in natural language at the University of Michigan School of Information working under the supervision of Dr. David Jurgens.  

Responsibilities*

The fellowship research focuses on understanding linguistic style and developing explainable natural language processing (NLP) methods to quantify style. The aim of the work is to develop models that identify authors’ individual styles and, later, be able to rewrite content in a different style. The fellowship will involve active work in Linguistics and stylometrics, along with collaboration with a multi-university team working in this area.

The position will also include time to develop independent research and to form collaborative research projects with faculty. In addition to research, the Post Doc will be expected to be actively involved with the school and associated-center activities and events, including our weekly lab meeting and our weekly seminar. 

 

Required Qualifications*

A preferred candidate should have a Ph.D. degree in computer science, information science, psychology, or a related discipline. Applicants must have completed their Ph.D. or demonstrate that they will do so by August 31th, 2023. They must have an existing research portfolio that demonstrates interest in, and experience with empirical, methodological, or theoretical scholarship on natural language processing and social norms. Their work should be able to demonstrate a proficiency in technical software development, e.g,. use of deep learning. Strong applicants will also have familiarity with survey methodology. They should have strong writing and communication skills.

Work Schedule

40 hours per week; some flexibility in when those work hours occur if good communication and close coordination practices are in place.

Work Locations

Working in-person in Ann Arbor would be required in part, though remote work during shorter periods is a possibility in accordance with UMSI Remote Work Policy and with supervisor approval. Remote work agreements are reviewed annually and are subject to change depending upon business needs.  A shared office in North Quad (the School of Information building) will be provided. Candidates must be able to conduct work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully able to be employed in the United States.

Additional Information

The postdoctoral fellow will have access to university resources and receive a competitive annual salary of $65,000 to $75,000, benefits, a relocation allowance, a research/travel allowance, and an office space and a computer to use. 

The position can start as early as May 1, 2023 (if degree is completed) and no later than August 31, 2023. It will continue for two years, subject to a satisfactory first-year evaluation. 

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

12. Job Detail

JOB OPENING ID

233393

WORKING TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW

JOB TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW

WORK LOCATION

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

FULL/PART TIME

Full-Time

REGULAR/TEMPORARY

Regular

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ORGANIZATIONAL GROUP

School Information

DEPARTMENT

School of Information

POSTING BEGIN/END DATE

4/18/2023 - 6/17/2023

SALARY

$65,000.00 - $75,000.00

CAREER INTEREST

Research Fellows

Apply Now

How to Apply

Applications should fill out this form, which includes: (a) letter of application that describes experience with empirical, methodological, or theoretical scholarship on social norms ; (b) curriculum vitae (c) their most relevant publication (d) the names and contact of two references. Selected candidates will be interviewed over zoom on a rolling basis. The Post-doc. appointments are scheduled to begin as early as May 1, 2023 or no later than August 31, 2023.

Summary

This is a Postdoctoral Fellowship in natural language at the University of Michigan School of Information working under the supervision of Dr. David Jurgens.  

Responsibilities*

The fellowship research focuses on social norms as they apply to social identity and behavior in groups. The aim of the work is to advance explanations of the dynamics of norm adherence in groups; how norms spread from one group to another; and the impact of norms on community processes such as the integration of diverse sub-groups or enforcement or rules or polarization and animosity toward each other.  

The position will also include time to develop independent research and to form collaborative research projects with faculty. In addition to research, the Post Doc will be expected to be actively involved with the school and associated-center activities and events, including our weekly lab meeting and our weekly seminar.  

Required Qualifications*

A preferred candidate should have a Ph.D. degree in computer science, information science, psychology, or a related discipline. Applicants must have completed their Ph.D. or demonstrate that they will do so by August 31th, 2023. They must have an existing research portfolio that demonstrates interest in, and experience with empirical, methodological, or theoretical scholarship on natural language processing and social norms. Their work should be able to demonstrate a proficiency in technical software development, e.g,. use of deep learning. Strong applicants will also have familiarity with survey methodology. They should have strong writing and communication skills.

Work Schedule

40 hours per week; some flexibility in when those work hours occur if good communication and close coordination practices are in place.

Work Locations

Working in-person in Ann Arbor would be required in part, though remote work during shorter periods is a possibility in accordance with UMSI Remote Work Policy and with supervisor approval. Remote work agreements are reviewed annually and are subject to change depending upon business needs.  A shared office in North Quad (the School of Information building) will be provided. Candidates must be able to conduct work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully able to be employed in the United States.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

13. Job Detail

JOB OPENING ID

233419

WORKING TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW - Electrochemical Energy Storage and Carbon Capture

JOB TITLE

RESEARCH FELLOW

WORK LOCATION

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

FULL/PART TIME

Full-Time

REGULAR/TEMPORARY

Regular

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

ORGANIZATIONAL GROUP

College Engineering

DEPARTMENT

Mechanical Engineering

POSTING BEGIN/END DATE

4/18/2023 - 5/02/2023

CAREER INTEREST

Research Fellows

Apply Now

How to Apply

Interested parties should send a single pdf file including a C.V., a list of publications, up to two representative publications, and complete contact information for at least two professional references to: postdoc-kwabilab@umich.edu. Make the subject line of the email message: "Postdoc in energy storage and carbon capture".

Summary

 Postdoctoral Research Position at the University of Michigan on Electrochemical Energy Storage and Carbon Capture

A postdoctoral research associate position is immediately available in the Kwabi Lab (https://sites.google.com/umich.edu/kwabilab) for research on electrochemical energy storage and CO2 capture/separation. The position is for one year and may be extended for a second year contingent on performance and funding availability. The main objective of this research effort is to design and study organic redox-flow batteries for grid energy storage and electrochemical flow cells for CO2 capture.

Who We Are

Michigan Engineers are world-class educators, researchers, students and staff who strive to build a people-first future. As part of the nation’s number one public research institution, Michigan Engineering's mission is to provide scientific and technological leadership to the people of the world, develop intellectually curious and socially conscious minds, create collaborative solutions to societal problems, and promote an inclusive and innovative community of service for the common good.

Our vision, mission and values are supported by a people-first engineering framework that guides our work. As Michigan Engineers, we strive to apply excellent engineering fundamentals, integrated expertise and equity-centered values to reimagine what engineering can be, close critical gaps, and elevate all people. Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: http://strategicvision.engin.umich.edu/.

The University of Michigan has a storied legacy of commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). Michigan Engineering models that commitment in our research, culture and collaborations. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of that commitment. Learn more about DEI at Michigan Engineering: https://www.engin.umich.edu/culture/diversity-equity-inclusion/

Responsibilities*

This work will involve the design and construction of electrochemical reactors and analysis of resulting electrochemical data, with particular attention to quantifying and minimizing performance losses embodied in voltage-current data due to Faradaic charge transfer, ionic/electronic conduction, and solution-phase mass transport. Among the methods the candidate will use are electrochemical impedance spectrometry, cyclic/rotating disk voltammetry, and galvanostatic/potentiostatic intermittent titration.

The applicant will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team on many aspects of these studies and will supervise graduate and undergraduate students in the performance of some aspects of this research. Candidates with a background in synthetic organic/inorganic chemistry, electro-catalytic/photo-electrochemical CO2 reduction, data science techniques, and electrochemical modeling are strongly encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications*

- PhD in Electrochemistry, Chemistry, or Engineering (Mechanical, Materials Science or Chemical), or related field.

- Demonstrated strong experimental skills and ability to work collaboratively with others.

- Familiarity with some of the methods mentioned above is an advantage, but the ability to rapidly learn and implement new methods is more important.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.